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2013 Chevrolet Sonic LS Hatchback (Manual)

The 2013 Chevrolet Sonic LS Hatchback (Manual) is a 138-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $14,785 MSRP and is rated at 30 mpg combined.

It makes 138 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 125 lb-ft of torque at 3800 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (30 mpg combined).

The Sonic measures 159.0 inches long on a 99.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,690 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$14,785 ($20,623 *)
MSRP with Destination$15,595 ($21,753 *)
Destination Charge$810
Engine
Engine TypeEcotec 1.8L I4 (naturally aspirated, PZEV)
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower138 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Torque125 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16 valves, VVT
Bore and Stroke3.17 x 3.47 in (80.5 x 88.2 mm)
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeSequential multi-port fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City26 MPG
Highway35 MPG
Combined30 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded (87 octane)
Tank Capacity12.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent, lower control arms, coil springs, gas shocks
Rear SuspensionSemi-independent torsion beam, coil springs, gas shocks
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15" x 7.5"
Wheels Rear15" x 7.5"
Tires FrontP195/65R15
Tires RearP195/65R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length159 in
Width68.3 in
Height59.7 in
Wheelbase99.4 in
Front Track59.4 in
Rear Track59.4 in
Ground Clearance4.9 in
Cargo Volume19 ft³
Curb Weight2,690 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.7 in
Headroom Rear38.1 in
Legroom Front41.8 in
Legroom Rear34.6 in
Shoulder Room Front53.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear53 in
Hip Room Front51.4 in
Hip Room Rear51.6 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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